Antibiotic Prescribing and Use

Tips for Antibiotic Do's and Don'ts

Antibiotics can save lives, but they aren't always the answer.

Be Antibiotics Aware Partner Toolkit

Be Antibiotics Aware aims to improve antibiotic prescribing and use among consumers.

Antibiotic Use and Antimicrobial Resistance

Using antibiotics appropriately helps to combat antimicrobial resistance.

Patient Education Resources

CDC offers materials to help you learn about appropriate antibiotic use & antimicrobial resistance.

For professionals

Educational Materials for Healthcare Providers

Handouts, prescription pads, posters, and more.

Antibiotic Stewardship Resource Bundles

HCPs and partner organizations can share these resource bundles during promotion efforts.

Core Elements of Antibiotic Stewardship

Key principles to guide efforts to improve antibiotic use, patient safety and outcomes.

Treatment for common illnesses

Chest Cold (Acute Bronchitis) Basics

Soreness in your chest and feeling tired? You could have a chest cold.

Ear Infection Basics

Is your child’s ear hurting? It could be an ear infection.

Sinus Infection Basics

Stuffy nose that just isn't getting better? You might have a sinus infection.

Sore Throat Basics

Scratchy throat? Painful to swallow? A virus may be causing your sore throat.

Urinary Tract Infection Basics

Do you have pain or burning when you urinate? You might have a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).

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